Definitions for probangs

probangs pro·bang

Spelling: [proh-bang]
IPA: /ˈproʊ bæŋ/

Probangs is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 346 anagrams from letters in probangs (abgnoprs).

Definitions for probangs

noun

  1. a long, slender, elastic rod with a sponge, ball, or the like, at the end, to be introduced into the esophagus or larynx, as for removing foreign bodies, or for introducing medication.

Origin of probangs

1650-60; alteration (by association with probe) of provang, unexplained coinage of the inventor

Examples for probangs

The probang is used when the former remedies are ineffectual.

The diagnosis is complete if, upon passing the probang (a flexible tube made for this purpose), an obstruction is encountered.

Should our efforts entirely fail, we must then endeavor to force the obstruction downward by means of the probang.

If such symptoms arise the probang must be withdrawn at once.

He covered a probang with the skin of a small eel, or the gut of a lamb or cat.

Word Value for probangs
Scrable

12

Words with friends

16

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